Payroll & Benefits Officer

A leading international law firm with an office in London is looking an experienced Payroll & Benefits Officer to manage thier payroll and benefits.

With offices in the US, Europe and Asia, the London office provides extensive services with sophisticated practices qualified in both English and US Law. Their highly regarded team works closely with colleagues in Germany, the Americas and Asia and with their correspondent firms across Europe, the Middle East and Africa. With approximately 160 lawyers (including 27 partners), the office has an overall headcount of 210.

Job Purpose:To be responsible for the processing of the London Office monthly payroll on a monthly basis. In addition, to assist with the administration of employee benefits and pension provisions.

Essentail Duties & Responsibilities:To create, implement and document clear payroll and benefits processesManage the payroll systemManage the Firm's Auto-Enrolment Pension scheme and processesAssist the HR Manager with the administration and management of all benefitsProcess the monthly payroll, ensuring accuracy of all payroll reporting to employees, HMRC and other related bodiesAssist the HR Manager with the annual Compensation Year End processConduct payroll and benefit induction training for all new joinersTo act as the point of contact and subject matter expert for all payroll, pension and benefit queries from employees.To undertake any other tasks and responsibilities that reasonably falls within the remit of this position.

Skills & Person Specification:Solid experience or payroll and benefits is essentialExperience of using payroll systems is essential. Experience of Iris Earnie Payroll would be ideal.Strong Excel skills (e.g. Lookups and Pivot tables etc)In-depth and up to date knowledge of payroll legislationIn-depth and up to date knowledge of pensions and auto-enrolment legislationAbility to interact, professionally and with confidence, with all levels of the firmStrong communication and client service skillsAbility to build strong working relationships (both internally and externally)Strong organization and attention to detailTeam player with a 'can do' / positive attitudeAbility to demonstrate flexibility and versatility

Benefits include:23 days holiday increasing by 1 day for every complete year of service up to a maximum of 27 days per yearPrivate Medical InsurancePrivate Dental InsurancePension with employer contributions of 3% increasing to 5% after years' service and 10% after 2 years' serviceInterest Free Season Ticket LoanPermanent Health Insurance

Required skills

Advanced Excel

Benefits

IRIS

Payroll

Pension Schemes

Application questions

Do you have extensive payroll and benefits experience?

YesNo

Do you have good auto enrolment experience?

YesNo

Please answer all of the application questions.

Reference: 34642233

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